At Cusco’s Corpus Christi, dive into Chiri Uchu—a cold, spicy dish blending roasted guinea pig, seaweed, rocoto, and Inca-Catholic heritage. From festive streets to fine picanterías, this colorful plate tells Peru’s story—one bold bite at a time.
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Corpus Christi In Cusco: All you Need to Know
The vibrant celebration gathers “Cusqueños” (Cusco citizens) of all social groups to dance, sing, flood the streets, and have fun. The celebration consists of a procession of 15 huge statues all over the Cusco Historic Centre. However, first, let’s see some history of this special celebration.